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Discussion on techniques used to get the best possible final finish on different types of metals.enWed, 19 Dec 2018 08:22:05 GMTvBulletin2http://www.mycncuk.com/images/misc/rss.pngMYCNCUK - Metal Finishing Techniqueshttp://www.mycncuk.com/
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Tue, 04 Dec 2018 22:21:53 GMTDo I've just purchased a compressor and cabinet from machine mart to do sand blasting on aluminium parts. It's working very well and I'm very pleased with the setup. My only comment is it gives a very dull flat look to aluminium, are there any methods that would give a less dull finish I can try?
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Fri, 05 Oct 2018 22:27:48 GMTHi guys,

Just done my first bit of anodising (successfully I'm happy to say!) and had a question for you experienced chaps/chapettes.

Very happy with my results, I have used caswell red bordeaux dye and sealed with their anodising sealer in boiling water (nickel acetate based) and all is good but I need to give the parts a bit of a scrub after sealing to remove a matt layer of sealant.

This leaves a nice finish, but not deep and glossy. I used some carnauba wax and it brought out a really nice finish but obviously isn't suited to areas such as the knurl where the wax would just get stuck.

This raised the question - is there anything in paticular you use/do to get a nice glossy deep finish on anodised parts that can be done at home?